Matt Peralta

Matt was born and raised in Long Beach, Calif. and is a lifelong Lakers fan. Because of his love for basketball and the Lakers, Matt successfully pursued a degree in journalism at California State University, Long Beach (#GoBeach) and is now a Staff Writer for LakersNation.com. He is also a Staff Writer for RamsNewsWire.com and RaidersNewsWire.com. Contact: mattp@mediumlargela.com Twitter: @_MatthewPeralta Instagram: @matthewperalta
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Lakers News: LeBron James Humbled To Pass Robert Parish For Second On NBA’s All-Time Wins List

In Year 23, LeBron James continues to make history as he and the Los Angeles Lakers look to compete for the franchise's 18th championship. James had largely looked mortal since making his 2025-26 season debut, but he finally broke out…

Lakers News: LeBron James Gives Ultimate Praise To 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey

As the oldest player in the NBA, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has seen some of the league's best up-and-coming stars rise up the ranks and establish themselves as the next guard. For example, James faced off against the…

Lakers News: JJ Redick Praises Deandre Ayton’s Defense Against 76ers

Out of the free agent signings the Los Angeles Lakers made this past summer, Deandre Ayton has stood out as the best addition thanks to his strong two-way play through the first part of the 2025-26 season. Ayton was bought…

LeBron James Shows Love To Brandon Ingram & Other Former Baby Lakers Teammates

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James may be finally slowing down in Year 23, but he still finds a way to make the big play when it matters most. For example, James had a rough night shooting the basketball against…

JJ Redick Pleased With Lakers’ Fight Despite Blowout Loss To Celtics

After a thrilling win against the Toronto Raptors, the Los Angeles Lakers were blown out by the Boston Celtics on the second night of their back-to-back. The Lakers were down from the jump as the Celtics raced out to a…

Lakers News: Elden Campbell Died Following Fishing Trip In Florida

The Los Angeles Lakers have been mourning this past week after news broke that former center Elden Campbell died at the age of 57. Campbell was a beloved Laker during the 1990s, playing the first nine years of his 15-year…

Lakers Highlights: Austin Reaves Erupts Offensively, Rui Hachimura Hits Game-Winner Against Raptors

After a dispiriting showing against the Phoenix Suns, the Los Angeles Lakers embarked on a trip east for a three-game road trip. The Lakers kicked off the trip against the second-seed counterparts the Toronto Raptors. Toronto has been one of…

LeBron James Made ‘Right Play’ For Game-Winner, Not Concerned About Double-Digit Scoring Streak Ending

Becoming the NBA's all-time leading scorer was likely something Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James never dreamed of being, but he's been a model of scoring consistency since entering the league. Throughout his career, James has always been counted on…

Austin Reaves: Lakers Need To ‘Flush’ Loss To Suns

Austin Reaves has made another leap during the 2025-26 season, establishing himself as a bonafide star for the Los Angeles Lakers. While Luka Doncic is the face of the franchise, Reaves has been the perfect running mate as he and…

Lakers News: LeBron James Attributes Foot Injury To Old Age

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James missed the start of the regular season for the first time in his career due to a sciatica issue he first started to experience in the offseason. Playing in a historic Year 23 as…